Arabesque is a musical duo that has been mesmerizing audiences since 2003 with
their unique blend of Celtic, Arabic, Judeo-Spanish, Turkish, and other world
folk traditions.Their performances are an intelligent mix of instrumental music,
storytelling, history, humor and hands-on fun.

Both members hail from Norman, Oklahoma, where Miranda teaches World Music at
the University of Oklahoma and Steve does archeological survey work.

They have performed at fairs, festivals, schools, universities, and private
functions throughout Oklahoma and neighboring states.

Steve Vanlandingham is an award-winning banjo player in the "clawhammer" style.
(Mountain View, Arkansas 1980)

*Miranda Arana has performed at Lincoln Center, Carnegie Hall, Symphony Space,
and the Smithsonian Institute with Vietnamese, Latin American, Tibetan and other
folkloric ensembles.